Consulting for 6 month baby food

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Hi, I have a 6 month baby. From next week she completes 5 months. So Shall I start solid food to her.

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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra

Pediatrician 5 yrs exp Rajkot

In India according to IAP guidelines at the end of 5 months , you can start complementary food. And your baby must have to continue breastfeeding in addition. Complementary food like a Kichari , curd , daliya , Raab ..forstly you can give liquid the semi solid gradually can started solid food.

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Dr. Nikhil Shambhu Kedia Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Bilaspur · Accepted Answer

Dr. Nikhil Shambhu Kedia

Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Bilaspur

Start complementary feeding after 6 completed months. You can follow IAP guidelines on complementary feeding available for downloading freely on the internet.